Based on a conversation with Dean Lombardi — full quotes to follow soon — here’s some of the rundown of what happened with the Kings in the last couple days and what could happen in the next few days…
– Without naming names — because, technically, it could be considered tampering if Lombardi says the name Gilbert Brule — the Kings’ initial trade with Edmonton did not go through because the NHL would not have allowed the player (Brule) to be bought out because of health concerns. That was the last-minute snag that ended up killing the trade.
– The Kings intend to keep Colin Fraser and let him compete for a job.
– The Kings are continuing to have contract talks with Drew Doughty’s agent, which Lombardi said progressed in recent days to the point that the sides traded actual contract figures. Lombardi said talks will be continuing.
– Lombardi said the Kings would pursue a player with a “mid-range” salary-cap hit to replace Ryan Smyth.
More on all this to come…
well Doughty needs to stop being a big baby and sign that contract
by thats said
Does anyone think our team weak with this trade or still going to be a threat?
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Garrett Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:45 pm
@KingsFanFTW, I think we’re going to trade DD. I’ve been saying this for some time, but I think there is going to be a HUGE disconnect between DD and DL on price.
DL has proven to be ice cold when it comes to over paying and DD is going to want 6.5M plus. I don’t think we should pay a dime over 4.5M. Unless the numbers they “traded” are very close (and terms), Drew may be as shocked as Mike Richards when he is shipped to NJ for Parise.
And to be honest, I’d rather have Parise at this point. Same thing with Schenn for Richards. Sure Schenn could be great, but Richards is great (and young and locked up for a VEERY long time.)
I just don’t feel like paying DD 60M over 10 years is something he’s proven to be a solid bet.
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KingsFanFTW Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:52 pm
@Garrett, yea DD is a great player i don’t think he earn 6.5M i say around 3.5M or 4.5M
after this season yuck i be piss at DL if he gives DD his way…
But do u think our team got weaker?
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Garrett Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 2:43 pm
@KingsFanFTW, No, i dont. I think we are going to make another mid level deal or signing and I dont see us paying DD what some people on this site think he is worth. So, if he is greedy, we make another blockbuster deal! And honestly, i’d trade DD for 40 goal scorer anyway.
RLane420 Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:54 pm
@Garrett, Dave Taylor is this you. The days of this franchise letting elite players go are long gone. Do you think DL is going to trade DD for another RFA who he doesnt even know if the player has any desire to play here. Sounds great, your logic is sound. Lets trade what will possibly be the best Dman in the NHL, awesome.
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Mason Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 1:01 pm
@Garrett, There is no way that we trade DD. He isn’t going to ask nor get 6.5 mil per because you have to compare his contract and value to other players. Lidstrom is getting 6.2 mil. Although he is over 40, he still won the Norris. Doughty has no accolades to compare to Lidstrom, so he can’t get more than that.
Also, there is no way you trade DD. Period. End of story. He is going to be one of the best defensemen in the league, and he has already shown what he can do. The fact is, even if the Kings don’t get him signed before July 1st, they will match any offer sheet. While no player is untouchable, there is no return out there that I would want for Doughty unless the last name of the players starts with Ov or Cros.
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Garrett Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 2:45 pm
@Mason, We will see… but if he does ask for Lidstrom money, what would you do?
Ducksuck Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 1:23 pm
@Garrett, He got rid of Schenn, do you honestly believe DL who is attached to HIS prospects would give up his best prospect that his staff drafted for no reason. RFA that fits in would never go unless DL wanted to retire.
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King Alex Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 1:50 pm
@Garrett, I gladly pay 21 yo DD 6.5 mil year for 10 years that 31 yo Brad Richards 6.5 to 8 mil year for 8 years. IMO DD is going nowhere, rightfully so.
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Garrett Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 2:39 pm
@King Alex, Lets hope DL thinks you’re nuts!!!
rontheking Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 2:33 pm
@Garrett, Can I have some of whatever it is you are smoking?
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KingsFanFTW Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 3:15 pm
@Garrett, yea a 40 nice but then that kinda weaking our strength on th eDefense in less someone in th eMinors could take over but then u have a exprience with a none exprince its kinda risky
But who knows Martinez did great
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broncokings Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 3:39 pm
@Garrett, were not trading DD
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Gokingsgo Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 2:12 pm
@KingsFanFTW, I seen a couple times that DL will end up trading anyone that kind of hold out during contract negoications like Michael Cammalleri. I am not surprise to see DL end up trading DD in another blockbuster trade to pick up some high draft picks and a decent top 6. To be honest DD is good but he is not great yet. His work ethic needs to be improve and his turn overs almost even out his offense capabilities. I just hate keep on hearing TM cover up for DD every time he makes a play that cause us a game by saying that this is the player he is and there will be risk involve.
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Garrett Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 2:40 pm
@Gokingsgo, Thank God for some voices of reason around here…. agree 10000%
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hockeygeoff247 Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 4:53 pm
@Garrett, So you are willing to give up a player that has been compared to Bobby Orr and Nick Lindstrom? He is young, but look at what he is capable of already. Did you see him in the Olympics?? He started on the last D pair and then moved himself up to the top pairing for the gold metal game, which he won! Just think what he will do in a year or two! DD is staying and if you would trade him then you obviously want 8 more years of no post season. He didn’t get picked number two by mistake, so don’t hold your breath if you’re looking for a trade.
Muelch Reply:
June 27th, 2011 at 4:41 am
@Garrett, We need Doughty, no question.
He just went through a rough season this year, mostly due to his fatness (which was caused by his now exroommate, simmonds, who reportedly was the cook in the household) and was still one of the league’s best.
I agree that it would be obnoxious to have to lay out some 7 million dollar a year contract for anybody, especially when you look at players like Campbell whom Chicago was desperate to get rid of for years.
That said, he’s Doughty’s of the top offensive defensemen, and one of the top defensive defenseman. He’s a monster skater, a tough body, and skilled shooter. He does absolutely everything you could want in a defenseman, and he’s still a child. Last year he was on the Canadian Olympic team. Considering more than half of the league is Canadian, it is pretty impressive to be considered one of top 6 Dmen from Canada. As if that isn’t proof of his high value, he was nominated for a Norris last year, and he’s barely in his 20′s. There is not a single defenseman in the league I would rather have.
If Doughty wants 7 million a year, we’d probably have to pay him that. But if some other team comes to pick up his contract, because it would be over 6.5 mil, that team would have to give us 4 first round draft picks.
I don’t like big contracts, but if you want good players, you have to pay them.
Gagne and then trade for Versteeg; we’ll have an all philly line
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Good2bKings Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:29 pm
@Randell,
Gange – Richards – Williams would be an all-Philly line. Although, I think I like Brownie on that line over Williams.
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Hello, Simon Gagne.
Wasn’t there rumor last year about DL wanting to add Mr. Gagne?
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friarking Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:52 pm
@Good2bKings, Gagne said he only wanted to play on the east coast. I doubt he’ll be playing in a Kings uni next season.
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Good2bKings Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 1:26 pm
@friarking,
Ah, so that was the reason. I have to wonder what UFA wingers are thinking about playing in LA now that we have two legitimate top six centers. Does it make anybody think twice about staying on the east coast?
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Who Knows? Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 2:31 pm
@friarking, Well do you think that the possibility of him playing with M. Richards will change his mind?
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No Brad Richards? Huge mistake.
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John Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:33 pm
@Dillix,
A mistake would be having 3 #1 centers with big long-term contracts!
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CB14 Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:35 pm
@John, Brad can play LW. Problem solved
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RLane420 Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:58 pm
@CB14, I read somewhere that he doesnt want to play wing. I cant remember where or I would post link, sorry.
CB14 Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 2:17 pm
@RLane420, Someone reported it on their twitter feed. I saw the post, but I also saw a twitter post saying Smyth was traded for Brule. So unless I see or hear Brad Richards say it, it’s not 100% accurate.
John Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 2:26 pm
@CB14,
That’d be like signing Adrian Peterson & playing him at wide receiver.
CB14 Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 3:05 pm
@John, Did Adrian Peterson play wide reciever at Oklahoma? No, well then that analogy is useless. Brad Richards played Left Wing alongside Lecavalier in Tampa Bay. So it would be like playing Antonio Gates at wide reciever. He’s a natural tight end, but part of his duties as tight end include pass catching, just like Brad Richards. By playing wr you are taking blocking responsibilities away from Gates, just like you are taking faceoff and defensive responsibilities away from Richards. They are both still doing what they do best. Gates is still catching the ball, and Richards is still scoring goals and making great assists.
Telos Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:34 pm
@Dillix, Oh please, there is no reason to put the team in cap hell and risk losing players over an all or nothing Chicago style run for the cup. Replace Smyth with a decent winger and move on. The free agent class in the upcoming couple of years is quite substantial and there are much better players than Richards floating about.
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kingshockeyguy Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:42 pm
@Telos, Agree.. People on here just see a name and think we have to have him. They don’t even understand where he will fit and what it can do to the club long term. Then they make comments like, well he can play left wing, or right wing, ect…
I just wish these people would do a little research and see that Richards said he is not wanting to play wing, he is a center and wants to play center.
Hopefully the Kings go after Cole to take Smyth’s spot and I would like Joel Ward to be picked up to fill Simmonds spot as well.
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Ducksuck Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 1:27 pm
@kingshockeyguy, I couldn’t agree more! They play too many fantasy hockey games
King Alex Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 2:12 pm
@kingshockeyguy, You hit the nail on the head & your suggested pick-up’s would fit like a glove & be productive right away!!!
CB14 Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:51 pm
@Telos, I don’t understand why everyone thinks we would be in cap hell. Yes we would be close to the cap this upcoming season if we sign Brad Richards, but after this year we have PLENTY of cap room opening up. Penner, Stoll , and Mitchell are all free agents, and make a combined 11.5 million dollars. None of those guys are going to command significant raises. Plus we have guys that can take their spots if they cost too much money to return. Kitsyn, lokti, and voynov would all be NHL ready. As would King, toffoli, and Muzzin. Or Cliche, vey, and Hickey. We have enough depth that we could afford to let those 3 guys go and replace them from within. All while saving about 9 million dollars.
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flexx Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 5:56 pm
@CB14, agree 100%,but again if or brad can be as good lw as he is on center.
btw we all forgot about handzuz..this spot is not hard to cover.he does so many different things..plus his experiense….also i woulde “wach” for jucci jokenen as lw
We’re either Edmonton south or Flyers west. Yuck. Get our own identity instead!
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CB14 Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:33 pm
@King John, How about Flyonton Southwest? Does that work for ya?
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Gmo Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:49 pm
@CB14,
I envision a flying oil droplet With a stick as a logo
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Mid range like 6 million for Brad Richards? Or like 4 million for Simon Gagne? Since Gagne was a flyer while DL and TM were there, I’m guessing it’s him.
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Thanks Rich,
Please make sure your laptop is running optimal. I have a feeling you will be a busy man for the next couple of weeks.
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Gagne is injury prone. No thanks, I would rather take someone like joel ward, jussi jokinen, chris higgins, etc.
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Jeremy Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:32 pm
@ty32LA, so is B. Richards.
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ty32LA Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:40 pm
@Jeremy, yeah I know that’s why I didn’t put his name down lol
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kingshockeyguy Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:44 pm
@ty32LA, E. Cole? I am also a fan of Ward, but not for the left wing.. He is a right winger. Ward would be perfect to replace Simmonds.
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ty32LA Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:47 pm
@kingshockeyguy, Cole is great, he would be an amazing pick up, but something tells me he wants to stay a cane.
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lafan13 Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 2:23 pm
@ty32LA, Brooks Laich … can pot more points then any of those guys, is a big power foward, proven to stay healthy, and is pretty young still..
i think we can offer him a 3-4 mil contract, similiar to williams. and have a very good top 6
gagne and cole have had injury problems…
But i wouldnt mind having cole on the 3rd line RW slot….
Laich and cole could both be had for under 6 mil IMO
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Muelch Reply:
June 27th, 2011 at 4:25 am
@lafan13, Brooks Laich is the perfect fit on our team. He plays left wing and is one of those all round players who consistently gets 20 goals, 30 assists, and 100 hits, plays defense, plays short handed and powerplay. Also, I think you’re right about that midlevel 3-4 million dollar contract
We need size on the lower lines, figure we’re losing ‘zus, simmonds, and Ponikarovsky. I may be alone on this but I wouldn’t mind seeing Handzus or Poni come back instead of trying to replace Simmonds with a 4th line powerfoward.
I’d feel comfortable putting Richardson and Clifford around Stoll on the Checking line, and bringing Handzus back to play between Lewis and Parse on the Defense line. If we put Erik Cole with Richardson and Clifford, and Stoll with Lewis and Parse. We could easily run the risk of having no size on our lower lines.
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lafan13 Reply:
June 27th, 2011 at 10:23 am
@Muelch,
I was thinking forward lines something liek this
1. Penner – Kopitar – williams
2. Laich – Richards – Brown
3. Parse – Stoll – Cole
4. Cliff – Lokti – Lewis
extra. Richardson – westgarth
Wasn’t Colin Fraser a Referee? Is this his son?
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Jeremy Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:33 pm
@CB14, that was Kerry
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CB14 Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:34 pm
@Jeremy, Thanks.
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Smyth vs Brule vs Fraser
Maybe I’m in the minority but how is this such a great deal for us? I understand that RS had a big cap hit this season, but getting a 7th round pick, rather than a 4th or 5th as initially indicated, isn’t so good. Remember also that RS would have scored goals for us next year, whereas Fraser only scored 3 goals in 67 games, and may not even make the roster. So we have basically traded Smyth’s goals for Richard’s goals presumably.
The only way this makes sense to me is purely for cap space purposes, if we need that room to sign DD.
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Michael_DD8 Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:35 pm
@ForumFan,
People are missing the point here. If DL had it his way, RS would be a king for one more season. He didnt plan on Smyth requesting to leave because of “Family issues”. There was one team RS wanted to go to ( Trade clause ), and if we didnt make it work, we were gonna have a unhappy player. It really tied DL down, but atleast he got rid of him, with not much return(cap wise) to replace RS with some young power..
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KC23 Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 1:19 pm
@Michael_DD8, The point had a lot more to do with unloading Smyth’s 6 plus million cap hit and adding more speed to the team. DL wasn’t tied down one bit. He did exactly what the team needed, the fact it worked out for Smyth was what made it work because of his no trade clause. DL wasn’t a victum by any standards. We came out ahead, but it won’t be seen until we land the LW’er to replace Smyth.
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Stonewall Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 1:52 pm
@Michael_DD8, ^^^^This is the answer!
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Jeremy Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:37 pm
@ForumFan, the only reason this deal went through is the salary cap. a draft pick would delay the LW deal for at least another year while we waited for another prospect to be ready from MAN. If we would’ve accepted anyone significant, they would’ve come with a much higher salary.
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pesus Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:39 pm
@ForumFan,
this is a great deal cuz DL will use the cap space to bring in a player better than Smyth and sign DD for about 6mil a year. I hope!
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Danielle Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:39 pm
@ForumFan,
That’s exatly what it is… cap space. Read above – Rich mentioned Lombardi will be looking to replace Smyth.
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Dave Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:40 pm
@ForumFan, DL only got a 7th because Fraser’s cap hit was much less than Brule’s.
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kingshockeyguy Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:46 pm
@ForumFan, Fraser will not be a regular next season. Maybe and maybe a healthy scratch extra body (like Harrold was)… Mostlikely he will be bought out or sent to Manchester. Read between the lines, the above article said “INTEND” to keep him.
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RLane420 Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 1:04 pm
@ForumFan, We can get 2 players for RS 6+ mil. For that kind of money we can possibly get 2 20 goal guys, who can skate faster than my grandma.
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not Gagne, he was -12 last year and his production has been dropping drastically…… wait another year and get Semin (who will be UFA) from the Caps….
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Michael_DD8 Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:36 pm
@Dom,
This could be the year.. And next and next ..
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Dom Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:44 pm
@Michael_DD8, still, I’d rather go for Pascal Dupuis from Pittsburg or even Samsonov…. not convinced Gagne can still put up the numbers from 3 years ago and his cap hit will be more substantial than either Dupuis or anybody else.
Jokinen, well, does he play the TM-defense-first style? If he got more offensive liberties then I’d say sure, he’s your LW1, move Penner with Richards and have Parse/Clifford compete for 3rd line duties.
Dupuis would fit perfectly on LW2.
Just my 2 cents.
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DBking Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:41 pm
@Dom, No! Stay away from the heartless Russians
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Dom Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:45 pm
@DBking, haha, not sure if I fully agree with you but I get your point (who was that in his jersey during the play-offs…??)
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Garrett Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:48 pm
@DBking, I’m not saying Fedetenko should be our first UFA signed, but if we got a solid LW done before him, I wouldn’t mind him as an addition. He is a playoff stud.
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KingsFanInPortland Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 1:57 pm
@Dom, The +- of Gagne is misleading, look at pretty much every other year he has played. He is a career +131. Saying he was -12 is why you don’t like him is misleading. Sure, he is 31. He is injury prone. If, and a big if, we did sign him, Richards and Brown will make sure no one messes too much with him, because both of those guys will pop anyone who does.
The injury risk is there, sure, but if he is allowed to be a more offensive player, and not rely too much on banging (which assumes TM will open the system up a bit), I think he is a good risk if he signs a 3 year contract.
Other guys have upside and potential, but none really match Gagne’s production. Problem being he probably doesn’t want to play out west, never has, and has pretty much stated as much. But with the continually improving Kings, with the chance to play with old “buddy” Richards, and with our coaching staff very familiar with him, if we are the only, or one of the only top tier teams who offer him a decent contract, he may just change his mind.
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fully onboard with DL letting Fraser compete for a spot…this must’ve been the reason it fell through with Brule (small chance to challenge for a roster spot)
I have a tall glass of Lombardi Kool-aid and it’s half full
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As good as Gagne was a few years ago he hasn’t been the same player since his injuries. If he comes cheap then maybe, but i don’t think he will. Someone will overpay him for his past.
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BobKnob Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:55 pm
@Dave,
And he got dinged on the head during the playoffs this year and had to sit out a few games.
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Great work, Rich.
Thanks for the consistent feed of updates. This should be an interesting upcoming week!
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And the intrigue goes on….
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Go after Cole
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Dom Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 12:46 pm
@Mark, too old.
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Mark Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 8:23 pm
@Dom, He is a little old. But At 33, he could be had for about 3.5 mil. He scored 26 goals and was 13th in the league with 225 hits.
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Does anyone know much about Andrew Ladd? I don’t know anything about him in terms of speed, character, etc. But, his numbers seem to make him a very interesting possibility if we could liberate him from Winnipeg.
He’s an RFA.
I’d like to hear what you all think about that possibility.
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art Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 5:36 pm
@HipCheck,
He’s a young guy with good size and decent speed. Doesn’t hit much since he uses his long reach to poke check the puck away more often, but can definitely deliver big hits. I think he would be a great fit for TM’s system. He can play two ways and he gets in front of the net to score goals. Not sure about his character, but he was the team captain in Atlanta, so that has to count for something. And he’s won the cup twice. Once with Carolina, and once with Chicago. He was Atlanta’s team MVP last year and I really don’t see him going anywhere.
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Perfect replacement for Smyth: Eric Cole.
He’s 32, LW
Cheap compared to Smyth (was paid under 3M last year)
Gritty with Stanley Cup experience
We know he can bruise people (Doughty hit)
Put up 26-26=52 last year
Bingo Deano!
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Dave Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 1:43 pm
@DBking, i doubt he leaves Carolina. they have a ton of cap space and they love him. i think re-signs there before July 1.
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ringo Reply:
June 27th, 2011 at 4:19 am
@DBking, yea but that was a cheap hit!
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How has Brooks Laich not be brought up? I think he would be great with the Kings, if we’re going after mid level contracts.
Quote from Laich:
Laich summed up his philosophy towards scoring, “If you want money, go to the bank. If you want bread, go to the bakery. If you want goals, go to the net.”
Sound like Smyth anyone? I think he’s a solid choice….
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I still would like to see Handzus on the team next season. He could center the 4th line and get PK/PP time as well. He could also be on a line With Loki and take draws when needed.
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tuan jim Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 8:25 pm
@friarking,
Yes.
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Move Kopi to LW and Sign Brad Richards. Then Kopi wouldnt Have to worry about Ceneter positions responsibilities, and focus more on Offensive production. namely goals, 35 to 40. Then there would be no reason to desperately look for a coveted sniper. Bottom line, Kings desperately need Brad Richards. M. Richards was an awsome pick-up, but(B. Richards signs in LA) needs to happen!
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#1faninvegas Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 1:19 pm
@xcution92,
WOW! I could insert comment here but I don’t want Rich Hammond to delete my post and than moderate me, so I am going to pass on this comment… but REALLY?? *quoting the Miz*
MOVE KOPI TO LW? SIGN BRAD? **WHISTLES**
OK, first off, no moving Kopi to wing. With the addition of Mike Richards, we no longer need Brad Richards.
If you think about it Brad is going to ask for a 8 year $50-51 million deal. We can use that money for positions we need help on. We are suited at center with Kopitar, Richards, and Stoll.
Brad Richards is a dead deal!
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PRMan Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 3:36 pm
@xcution92, you’re going to move one of the best defensive centers in the league to wing?
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#1faninvegas Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 3:59 pm
@PRMan,
Not the brightest move! I am sure glad TM is our head coach!
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Sign Leino and Upshall.
Leino-Kopi-Brown
Penner-Richards-Williams
Parse-Stoll-Upshall
Cliffy-Richie-Lewis
and keep Fraiser and and Westy in the press box
Though thats just me
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Dave Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 1:43 pm
@TradedForAPick, i like the Leino and Upshall i deal a lot – i don’t like those lines though.
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I think Fraser becomes our #4 Center:
http://www.coppernblue.com/2011/4/27/2137595/colin-fraser
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Dave Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 1:44 pm
@Stonewall, if he played between Richie and Lewis i would like that.
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Niether Leino or Upshall arent near player that B. Richards. Nor are Gange, Laich, or Jokinen. Iginla isnt availabe. Come on Deano! Sign DD, and make a super strong pitch for B. Richards!!
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Glad this drama is over… now we have cap room so let get us a top 6 winger.
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DD is one of the best teammates on the Kings. He knows that the contract dispute is distracting. I think he’ll sign this week. I’ll miss Simmer’s energy and grittyness but I can’t wait for the opener. GO KINGS!!!!
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KEPP DD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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colo king fan Reply:
June 26th, 2011 at 6:43 pm
@KINGFANX18,
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The Kings are a great team, But a very “mid-range” great team. Lombardi will offer Doughty a nice “mid-range” deal. Look for a “mid-range” free agent. The Kings will have another “mid-range” season and end up somewhere in the “mid-range” of the standings. And likely produce a “mid-range” effort in the playoffs.
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Kings x Reply:
June 28th, 2011 at 1:55 pm
@Vlad X, I kind of feel middle of the road about your statement
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Laich and or Leino !!!
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Sign DD. When you’re in a contract year an you don’t have a great year you can’t demand the big bucks. Wasn’t it doughtys dream as a kid to play for the kings? 4-5m long term deal. Sign gagne or Cole. Which ever makes the most sense.
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